I’m not a fan of zucchini. And the idea of zoodles does nothing for me as a result. That’s the veggie that I hear most people use the spiralizer for, and for me, that’s just not an option. I did see on Pinterest that there were many bloggers playing with cauliflower and broccoli stem to create noodles. Now, that was something I would like! And, wow…. I so loved it!

Now, the trick to making these veggie noodles is to find a REALLY thick broccoli stem. The organic ones at Whole Foods tend to be just the right size for this project. The ones I picked up were between 2-3 inches in diameter, and made the best pasta replacement ever.

1. Cut the broccoli crown from the stem. Remove any extra bumps on the stem with a vegetable peeler. Place it on your spiralizer, and create your noodles! Note: My broccoli didn’t create perfect spirals, instead smaller “noodle” bites.

2. Prepare a skillet with cooking spray, and bring to medium heat. Add salt, pepper, and pizza seasoning to taste. Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently and until the “noodles” soften.

3. Top with marinara and meatballs, and get ready to have your mind blown!

Note: This broccoli concoction doesn’t taste like pasta. I’m not going to lie to you like the folks do when they talk about spaghetti squash… but the broccoli noodles provide a great vehicle for your sauce and meatballs, making the meal more guilt-free than ever!

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